Nebulization is the process of delivering medicines directly into the lungs to treat respiratory tract infections or to clear the airways. It is usually given by a paramedical or hospital staff with the help of a nebulizer which converts the liquid medicine into mist form to be easily inhaled through a mask or mouthpiece. Bronchodilators are administered through a nebulizer to dilate the airways.
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Should I take antibiotics for postnasal drip and tickle cough?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been using a Levalbuterol nebulizer for a cough. I accidentally had some soap residue left in the nebulizer, and I used it for a minute before realizing this. Should I be very concerned? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not think you should be worried about it, if it would have been in more concentration, your body would have reacted in the form of sneezing as a protective mechanism. You can continue nebulization, but be careful in the future, if the cough does not subside in a ... Read Full »